It’s an anecdote that doesn’t deserve much space, but here’s the summary: During my junior year of high school, I made an academic bet with my dad and lost by a hair. He bet me I couldn’t earn a… more»
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Regal In Red: Beautiful 1977 Ford Ranchero GT
Two weeks ago, I wrote a post on a 1972 Ford Ranchero, and I guess the Ranchero is a topic that I’m not ready to let go of. That being the case, and for your review, today’s topic is… more»
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Super Survivor: 1967 Bentley T1
Here’s one that doesn’t darken our BF doorway often, a 1967 Bentley T1. This specimen is in magnificent condition and still shows as new. The seller mentions that this automobile has had just two owners and only one servicing… more»
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Container Find: 1968 Pontiac Firebird Convertible
Garages and barns are probably the two most popular hibernating places for cars, but another less-utilized option is a container, which has been home to this second-year Firebird for the last eight years. The seller says he’s a lover… more»
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Bell System Van: 1983 Dodge B150 Van 4-Speed
Ma Bell. It’s a term that most people under 40 don’t have a clue about. Most younger folks have probably never heard of the Bell System or anything related to the pre-AT&T era because they weren’t even alive in… more»
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Slant-Six Survivor? 1973 Plymouth Duster
The Plymouth Valiant was a popular compact in the 1960s. But sporty it was not. To attract younger buyers, they introduced the Duster model in 1970, a fastback that featured its own body from the cowl back. The seller… more»
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Runs Great, Ready to Work: 1945 Oliver Cletrac AD
T.J., big thanks for this catnip of a tip, so we can feature the 1945 Oliver Cletrac AD crawler for sale here on facebook Marketplace. The Cleveland Tractor Company merged with Oliver in 1944, folding its variety of tracked… more»
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Drives Like New: 1965 Buick Electra 225 Hardtop
I’ll let you in on a little secret; I turned sixty this year. My one wish? That I was as well-preserved as this 1965 Buick Electra 225 Hardtop. Mother Nature has done her worst to me, but this Buick… more»
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Cheap 5-Speed Project: 1986 Ford Mustang GT Convertible
With Fox-Body Mustangs being strong performers in the classic market, finding an affordable project candidate is often challenging. However, this ’86 GT Convertible rides to the rescue as a driver-grade vehicle that would benefit from a cosmetic refresh. It… more»
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463-Equipped: 1972 Buick GS 350
Although Buick based its Gran Sport range across several platforms, the badge first saw the light of day as an options package on the 1965 Skylark. This 1972 example is a GS 350, but it has received an engine… more»
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Stored 40 Years! 1968 Plymouth Barracuda Fastback
The sporty Plymouth Barracuda had the misfortune of hitting the market 17 days before the Ford Mustang in 1964. The latter vehicle coined the term “pony car” to define the new market segment, and it buried the Barracuda in… more»
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350 Tri-Power: 1955 Chevrolet 210
The 1955 model year saw the introduction of what became known as Chevrolet’s tri-five model range. It proved a sales hit during its three-year production run, remaining an integral part of the classic scene to the present day. This… more»
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Early BMX: 1976 Yamaha Moto-Bike
This is something you don’t see every day: a bicycle from a motorcycle manufacturer. The seller has this rare and early BMX-type bike listed as a 1974 model, but those had a solo seat, and the lower forks were… more»
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30k-Mile Museum Piece: 1962 Chevrolet Bel Air
If you wanted a new, low-frills, full-size car in 1962, the Chevrolet Bel Air was hard to beat. It was a step up from the fleet-quality Biscayne, but not as well equipped as the top-of-the-line Impala. The seller’s car… more»
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Beautifully Restored: 1959 Ford Skyliner Retractable
I’ve joked in the past about how some sellers are extremely skimpy in word count when it comes to advertising their classic car or truck. Even basic information (and photos such as the engine bay) are omitted for some… more»
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Rare Find: 1933 Essex Terraplane Convertible Project
Some cars carry the weight of history just by existing, and this 1933 Essex Terraplane Deluxe Convertible is one of them. Currently offered here on Facebook Marketplace out of Bellingham, Massachusetts, the car hasn’t seen the open road since… more»
